Man uses basketball hoop to escape from jail

A man who was a known flight risk escaped from a central Arizona jail by hoisting himself atop a basketball hoop, grabbing on to an overhead security fence and pulling it apart.

Police: Bellagio robber used cash on hookers, clothes

After saying he found a black bag filled with cash, the man charged with robbing the Bellagio Friday night blew through $10,000 on a room at the Hard Rock resort, shopping at the Forum Shops at Caesars Palace and four hookers for “socializing,” according to his arrest report.

Defendant in HOA scheme ordered released from custody

A key defendant charged in the scheme to take over 11 homeowners associations was ordered released from federal custody Monday, as the trial in the high-profile criminal case approaches.

 
Ex-school official says she’s not guilty in $289k theft case

Former Clark County schools official Priscilla Rocha and four co-defendants facing theft charges for taking $289,000 in public funds from the School District remain free despite a prosecutor’s assertion Monday that they are a “flight risk.”

UNLV deflates dream of domed stadium

Sixteen months ago, the University of Nevada, Las Vegas cut loose its campus stadium partner, Majestic Realty, to make peace with the Las Vegas resort industry.

8 reasons to take a summer trip to Panama

The Caribbean has often been a popular summer destination for Las Vegas tourists looking to escape the heat and get a little rest and relaxation. And whether you’re looking to laze on a beach, spend your days hiking in rainforests, or party with other young solo travelers, Panama is guaranteed to have what you’re looking for in a week off from the daily grind.

Las Vegas lists all medical marijuana applicants

The full list of applicants hoping to win approval to open medical marijuana establishments within the City of Las Vegas is listed below. The address is the site they plan to use. Some have filed for multiple dispensary sites and some are seeking a dispensary, a cultivation site and a production site.

WSOF 12 Preliminary Card Announced

Las Vegas-based World Series of Fighting has filled the preliminary card for its Aug. 9 event with local fighters.

Gorman’s Jeter shines in title game of Super 64

Using a coy smile like a child might do with a parent to get something he wants, Chase Jeter looked up at AAU Dream Vision coach Clay Williams after the championship game of the adidas Super 64 on Sunday and said he was keeping his jersey.

Reid quashed Latin Chamber’s GOP endorsement

Assemblywoman Lucy Flores, a Democrat running for lieutenant governor, won the endorsement of the Latin Chamber of Commerce’s political action committee, but only after last-minute intervention by her biggest benefactor — U.S. Sen. Harry Reid, D-Nev.

Malaysian businessman charged in betting scheme released

The wealthy Malaysian businessman authorities say led a World Cup betting scheme in Las Vegas and his son were released late Monday from the custody of federal immigration officials.

Local coffee companies fend off price increases

The world’s largest producer of coffee, Brazil experienced an intense drought that began in January and ended in March, and coffee prices skyrocketed to $2.19 a pound in June. Local coffee companies are aware of the price increase but have resisted passing along higher prices to customers.

Woman killed in Henderson accident identified

The woman who died Sunday morning after crashing into the back of a Republic Services truck in Henderson has been identified by the Clark County coroner’s office.

U.S. 95 south lanes reopen after fatal crash

A man died after a single rollover crash Monday morning on U.S. Highway 95, according to Nevada Highway Patrol.

Big first inning helps Gorman rout Reno in Legion tourney

Bishop Gorman baseball coach Nick Day has been the beneficiary of many big offensive innings this season, so it did not come as a surprise when his team scored eight runs in the first inning on Sunday.

Man killed in early morning shooting

A man died after an early morning shooting in the northwest valley, according to Las Vegas police.

Affinity Gaming to restructure board of directors

In a statement Monday, Affinity said the company reached agreement with its lenders over a possible default on a portion of its $382.7 million in long-term debt.

Accused Strip shooter caught with phone in prison cell

Facing trial in a Strip shooting that left three people dead and already serving prison time in a separate sexual assault case, Ammar Harris was recently moved to the state’s highest security penitentiary, prosecutors said Monday.

How not to get burned by an investment scam

There is a good chance that you will be approached by someone soliciting a questionable money making scheme so, it’s best to equip yourself with knowledge of what “red flags” to look for in advance. Here are some tips to follow that will help you avoid falling victim to an investment scam.

Street fight leads to shooting death, police say

A northeast valley street fight Sunday night led to a fatal shooting near Alexander Road and Lamb Boulevard, Las Vegas police said.

ERA isn’t nostalgia in Nevada

Mention the Equal Rights Amendment today and it might bring back memories of the 1970s, from huge protest marches to ”ERA Yes” buttons.

OkCupid admits to Facebook-style experimenting on customers

OkCupid, a top U.S. matchmaking website, regularly mismatches users to test its technology, the IAC/InterActive Corp service revealed on Monday, weeks after Facebook Inc admitted to misleading users in a psychological study.

NLV judge sues city over legal fees

North Las Vegas Municipal Court Judge Catherine Ramsey is suing city officials over their refusal to represent her in a 2011 lawsuit filed by an ex-employee.

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